GARDAÍ and the ESB have issued a joint statement over the theft of power lines in Co Donegal and in other areas.
“ESB Networks are concerned at recent thefts of overhead wires between poles on the live network. Perpetrators are warned that this is a very dangerous activity with potentially fatal consequences and are urged to cease immediately,” said the statement.
“Interference with the power network creates a risk for the public and causes inconvenience to customers by interrupting their electricity supply. The public have an important part to play in helping us put a stop to this type of theft.
“It is vital that if you see any suspicious people or vehicles anywhere near power lines that you contact An Garda Síochána/ESB Networks as a matter of urgency,” added the statement.